patient care specialist i

MedStar Health

<div>About this Job:

Summary of Position: 
Make a meaningful impact behind the scenes of patient care. 
Join our Pre-Anesthesia Testing (PAT) team, where your organization, communication, and attention to detail help ensure patients are fully prepared for safe, seamless surgical experiences. In this part-time role, you&rsquo;ll serve as a key connection point between patients, providers, and care teams&mdash;keeping critical information moving and supporting high-quality care delivery every step of the way. 
In this role, you&rsquo;ll provide essential administrative and coordination support to the PAT department and broader care team. You&rsquo;ll help ensure all required medical and insurance information is obtained, accurate, and readily available within the electronic health record&mdash;supporting timely surgical readiness. 
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:<ul><li>
Coordinate incoming and outgoing communication with physician offices, patients, and external partners to obtain required pre-anesthesia documentation</li><li>
Manage and upload medical records (including electronic faxes) into patient charts with accuracy and timeliness</li><li>
Verify and retrieve insurance information using multiple systems and resources</li><li>
Track patient progress across pre- and post-operative milestones and assist with scheduling as needed</li><li>
Proactively escalate missing or inconsistent information to prevent delays in care</li><li>
Support a highly organized, compliant, and patient-centered environment aligned with regulatory and quality standards</li><li>
Participate in team initiatives, process improvement efforts, and ongoing learning opportunities</li></ul>
Minimal Qualifications:<ul><li>
High School Diploma or GED required (Associate&rsquo;s or Bachelor&rsquo;s preferred)
</li><li>Knowledge of medical terminology required</li><li>
Less than 1 year 6 months unit secretary registration medical records or related clinical healthcare experience required</li></ul>
Knowledge Skills and Abilities:<ul><li>
Ability to read and write in English perform arithmetic calculations and communicate with patients their families/caregivers and professionals effectively.</li><li>
Incumbents in positions must be detail-oriented and able to multitask and prioritize work to facilitate efficient and timely care planning and coordination of care.</li><li>
Ability to work within a variety of software applications including MS Office Suite electronic medical record systems.</li><li>
Ability to prioritize tasks while maintaining service-oriented courteous interactions with internal and external customers.</li><li>
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.</li><li>
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in various formats (e.g. written verbal diagram etc.).</li></ul>
This position has a hiring range of : USD $18.70 - USD $32.72 /Hr.</div>

Patient Care Specialist I

Hush Little Baby, LLC

Job Summary We are adding to our team of Postpartum Doulas, Newborn Care Specialists, and RNs to provide vital support to new families during the critical postpartum period. In this role, you will offer emotional reassurance, practical assistance, and health guidance to ensure mothers and their newborns thrive during their early days together. Your expertise will help families navigate the challenges of postpartum recovery, breastfeeding, and newborn care with confidence and comfort. This paid position is ideal for individuals passionate about maternal health, patient service, and creating positive, empowering experiences for families.Duties<ul><li>Offer personalized postpartum support to new mothers, including emotional reassurance and encouragement during recovery and adjustment.</li><li>Assist with newborn care routines such as feeding (including breastfeeding support), diapering, bathing, and soothing techniques.</li><li>Educate families on infant sleep patterns, development milestones, and safe sleep practices.</li><li>Provide guidance on maternal self-care, recovery exercises, and managing postpartum symptoms.</li><li>Conduct patient assessments to identify needs or concerns related to postpartum health and well-being.</li><li>Collaborate with healthcare providers or lactation consultants when necessary to ensure comprehensive care.</li><li>Maintain detailed documentation of services provided, observations, and family progress.</li></ul>Experience<ul><li>Prior experience working as a postpartum doula, newborn care specialist, RN on a unit with newborns or in maternal/infant health support roles required.</li><li>Strong knowledge of physiology related to pregnancy, childbirth recovery, and infant development.</li><li>Excellennt service skills with a compassionate approach tailored to individual family needs.</li><li>Ability to assess situations accurately and respond effectively to concerns.</li></ul>Join us in making a meaningful difference during one of life's most precious moments! We are committed to providing paid opportunities that empower families through expert support, kindness, and education every step of the way.Job Type: ContractPay: $27.00 - $40.00 per hourBenefits:<ul><li>Flexible schedule</li></ul>Application Question(s):<ul><li>Have you attended a newborn care specialist training?</li><li>Have you attended a postpartum doula training?</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Postpartum Doula/Newborn Care Specialist

New Hope Health Services

Job Summary We are seeking a dynamic and compassionate Psychiatry Nurse Practitioner to join our multidisciplinary mental health team. In this vital role, you will provide comprehensive psychiatric care, including assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, and medication management for diverse patient populations. Your expertise will help improve mental health outcomes, promote recovery, and support overall well-being. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work in a collaborative environment that values innovation, patient-centered care, and professional growth.Duties<ul><li>Conduct thorough psychiatric evaluations and assessments for patients across various age groups, including children, adults, and seniors.</li><li>Develop and implement individualized treatment plans that incorporate psychopharmacology, therapy referrals, and lifestyle modifications.</li><li>Manage medication administration with precision, including injections, IV infusions, and botulinum toxin treatments when applicable.</li><li>Collaborate with physicians, therapists, case managers, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate comprehensive care.</li><li>Utilize electronic health record (EHR) systems such as Epic or eClinicalWorks to document patient encounters accurately and efficiently.</li><li>Provide telehealth consultations to expand access to mental health services in compliance with HIPAA regulations.</li><li>Educate patients and families on mental health conditions, medication use, and self-care strategies to foster recovery and resilience.</li></ul>Qualifications<ul><li>Valid Nurse Practitioner license with certification in Psychiatry or Mental Health Nursing.</li><li>Proven experience in behavioral health settings with exposure to acute care environments such as Level I Trauma Centers or Emergency Rooms preferred.</li><li>Strong knowledge of psychopharmacology, including medication management for complex psychiatric conditions.</li><li>Experience working with diverse populations including pediatrics (Pediatrics), geriatrics (Geriatrics), memory care, hospice &amp; palliative medicine, and individuals with developmental disabilities or dementia.</li><li>Familiarity with EMR/EHR systems like Epic or Athenahealth; telehealth experience is highly desirable.</li><li>Ability to perform clinical procedures such as suturing, venipuncture, catheterization, spinal taps, dermal fillers or esthetic laser treatments is a plus.</li><li>Excellent patient assessment skills combined with a compassionate approach to patient care.</li><li>Knowledge of ICD coding (ICD-10/ICD-9), CPT coding for billing purposes, and familiarity with Workers' Compensation law is advantageous.</li><li>Critical care experience including ICU or PICU settings enhances your ability to manage complex cases effectively. Join us in making a meaningful difference through innovative mental health services! We are dedicated to supporting your professional development while fostering a vibrant team environment committed to excellence in patient care.</li></ul>Pay: From $80.00 per hourBenefits:<ul><li>401(k)</li><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Flexible schedule</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Psychiatry Nurse Practitioner

US Department of Veterans Affairs

Biomedical Equipment Support Specialist

Human Touch Home Health Care

<div>
 
 
 Human Touch Home Care
 
 is looking for a qualified Intake and Scheduling Specialist to join our team at our DC office.
 
 
 
 
 
 MUST HAVE HOME HEALTHCARE INTAKE AND SCHEDULING EXPERIENCE
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Responsibilities
 
 
 
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 Perform authorization, intake duties, insurance verification and eligibility.
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 Answer client inquires, take referrals, and help schedule home care services.
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 Assist in managing medical records.
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 Facilitate the communication functions of the business office.
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 Provide clerical support, and excellent customer service.
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 Adhere to all policies and procedures of the company.
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 Enter new patients in scheduling system and updates to patient information as they occur.
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 Communicate with clinicians regarding admissions, hospitalizations, discharges expiration and occurrences.
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 Assists in managing clients including staffing, scheduling, operations and administration.
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 Performs other duties as assigned to meet the goals and objectives of our home care operations.
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 Track and maintain records for Authorization department
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 Sort and process incoming reports before putting data into processing software
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 Verify accuracy of data before transcribing
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 Scan documents and saved in database to keep records of essential organizational information
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 Respond to employee questions and requests for information in a timely and knowledgeable fashion
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 Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere
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 Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently
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 Obtain and log accurate patient insurance and demographic information
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 Triage unscheduled and emergency with authorization department
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 Prepare emails to distribute denial letters to medical personnel notating to perform END, POC/Perform DFA
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 Enter scheduled appointments for clinicians to provide ongoing homecare healthcare services
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 Manage payroll data entry and processing for approximately 23 clinicians as well as comply with predetermined company guidelines.
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 Maintain accuracy, completeness and security for medical records and health information.
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 Prepare a variety of different written communications, reports and documents.
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 Communicate effectively with staff and clients demonstrating respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed
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 Other duties as assigned
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 Identify and verify insurance coverage of home health care services
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 Obtains and documents prior authorization for home care services from insurance providers
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 Maintains liaison with hospital and insurance personnel, providing information and education on organization services, coverage issues and related areas
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 Collect and maintain statistical data on all referral and submits them regularly as required
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 Attends meetings and participates on committees as required.
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 Performs other duties as assigned
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 Qualifications
 
 
 
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 High School degree/GED required. AA or BA/BS in related field is desirable.
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 Must have a minimum of 2 years of experience, preferably with at least 1 in home health or home care nursing.
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 Must have Authorization, intake, medical records, and excellent computer skills, with Knowledge of Microsoft Windows OS, MS Office, Word, Excel and knowledge of medical terminology.
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 Must have a strong understanding of HMO, Medicaid, and Medicare Payors.
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 Must have the ability to Multi-task in fast-paced environment.
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 Must have excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.
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 Able to work in group and independent environment
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 Job Type: Full-time
 
 
 
 Pay: $21.00 - $25.00 per hour
 
 
 
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 Dental insurance
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 Employee discount
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 Flexible schedule
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 Health insurance
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 Paid time off
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 Sick time
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 Vision insurance
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 Schedule:
 
 
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 8 hour shift
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 Monday to Friday
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 No weekends
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 Experience:
 
 
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 Intake and Scheduling Specialist: 1 year (Preferred)
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 Home Health Care: 1 year (Preferred)
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Intake and  Scheduling Specialist Home Care

Children's National Hospital

<div></div><div><div>Description<div></div> 
The Case Manager Hybrid I/II will provide case management services to patients and their families or caregivers. Assist with assessment, participate in planning and implementation of intervention and ensure follow-up and coordination of services. Engage in outreach activities in the community. Assist with administrative tasks, as needed. All nursing practice is based on the legal scope of practice, national and specialty nursing standards, 
Children's National Policies and Procedures, and in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations. The Professional Model of Care requires 
registered professional nurses to be responsible and accountable for their own practice. Children's National supports the development of RN 
relationships within the community; specifically those relationships associated with the health and well being of the community at large.<div> 
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Qualifications<div></div> 
Minimum Education 
Bachelor's Degree (Required) 
Master's Degree (Preferred) 
 
Minimum Work Experience 
5 years' experience with at least three in an acute setting (Required) 
 
Required Licenses and Certifications 
Registered Nurse in District of Columbia (Required) 
Current certification in Case Management or Utilization Management (Preferred) 
 
Functional Accountabilities 
Professional Practice/Research 
 
Participate in Shared Leadership.<ul><li>
Contribute to the MAGNET Journey of Children&rsquo;s National.</li></ul><ul><li>
Ensure nursing practice is based on evidence of best practice.</li></ul><ul><li>
Accountable to participate in the Nursing Division&rsquo;s Performance Improvement process (division or unit level).</li></ul><ul><li>
Participate in community activities.</li></ul>
Patient Resource Services 
<ul><li>
Communicate denials, high risk, or changes in level of care using accepted processes to limit financial risk to CNMC and patients&rsquo; families.</li></ul><ul><li>
Navigate internal and external systems to accurately identify or secure payers and link patients to needed services.</li></ul>
Discharge Transitional Plan of Care 
<ul><li>
Define discharge and transitional care criteria with the healthcare team to facilitate efficient care transitions.</li></ul><ul><li>
Conduct an initial assessment of patient and family to identify potential discharge barriers and needs in accordance with departmental and regulatory requirements.</li></ul><ul><li>
Develop and implement a plan of care and make referrals based on a needs assessment and available resources in conjunction with care team members.</li></ul><ul><li>
Transition care to external providers and services to achieve quality outcomes for patient and family .</li></ul><ul><li>
Provide clinical reviews to third party payers using nationally recognized criteria and validate authorization or denial of services and</li></ul><ul><li>
document appropriately in ST AR.</li></ul>
Documentation 
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Document according to departmental policy.</li></ul><div> 
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Primary Location: District of Columbia-Washington</div><div>
Work Locations: Rehab and Specialized Care 1731 Bunker Hill Road NE Washington 20017</div><div>
Job: Nursing</div><div>
Organization: Finance</div><div>
Position Status: R (Regular) - FT - Full-Time</div><div>
Shift: Day</div><div>
Work Schedule: M-F 0830-5pm Rotating Weekend on call</div><div>
Job Posting: Apr 10, 2026, 2:46:33 PM</div><div>
Full-Time Salary Range: 75545.6 - 125923.2</div></div>

Case Manager Hybrid I/II

Registered Nurse - Patient Aligned Care Team Care Manager

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